Assistant / Associate Professor in Computer Science

Richmond American University London is seeking a passionate Assistant or Associate Professor in Computer Science. You will join a dynamic team within the Science, Innovation and Technology, contributing to our mission of educating future generations of industrial leaders.

We are looking for someone who can inspire, motivate, and enhance the knowledge of our students, primarily in the subject area of Computer Science. Knowledge and experience in Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber Security would be advantageous for this role. Appointments to Associate Professor level, will also have a strong industry links that facilitate student engagement through projects, hackathons, internships, and other industry-led activities would be desirable.

The Assistant or Associate Professor of Computer Science will design and deliver high-quality teaching programmes that are engaging, challenging and informed by pedagogy, research and professional practice in line with the University’s Vision, Mission and Values.

The successful candidate will be educated to a postgraduate level (or equivalent) and hold a PhD (completed or near completion, dependent on the appointed level) for the associate professor role, or equivalent industry/professional experience. You will have demonstrable experience of delivering high quality teaching and have proven ability to manage own teaching and related administrative duties. You will have highly developed oral and written communication skills, demonstrating ability to communicate complex information to a range of audiences including internal and external stakeholders.

About Richmond American University London

Richmond American University London is a unique institution, global in outlook and in practice, diverse and cosmopolitan in its culture. A leading private and not-for-profit institution, we are dually accredited in both the United States, by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and registered with the Office for Students in the UK. Our students receive both UK and US degrees, bringing together the best of British and American higher education.

Operating in London since 1972, our mission is to educate and inform future generations by providing them with the knowledge and support to think critically, the freedom to challenge assumptions and the skills to work with others. Our distinctive, multi-disciplinary Liberal Arts degree programmes offer a holistic approach to teaching and learning that focuses on developing academic and personal skills to enable our students to make positive contributions through employment, personal development, and public service after graduation. Following the move to our new state-of-the-art campus in Chiswick Park, West London, we are developing a new strategy that will see the University grow and further diversify its student body, broaden and diversify is academic offer and expand its international partnerships.

For further information about the role and how to apply, please click on the 'Apply' button above. Richmond is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to an inclusive culture and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. A Basic or Enhanced DBS check, as appropriate, is required for this position.

Closing date: 5 July 2026

Interview date: w/c 13 July 2026

Please note that while submitted applications will be acknowledged, we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants.

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